The Anti-Inflammatory Zucchini Wrapper Dumplings have a light and rich texture. We prepare these nourishing dumplings with thinly sliced zucchini as a natural low-carb wrapper, filled with ground chicken or turkey, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, mushrooms, carrots, green onions, olive oil, and black pepper, creating a balanced combination of protein, fiber, and anti-inflammatory spices. There are approximately 290 calories and 10 g net carbs. We make these nourishing dumplings in just 40 minutes. The Anti-Inflammatory Zucchini Wrapper Dumplings are ideal for gluten-free diets, low-carb lifestyles, weight management plans, and gut-friendly anti-inflammatory eating routines. For later use, we can refrigerate them for longer than 3 days, or freeze them uncooked for just 1 month to preserve texture and flavor. You can serve these nourishing dumplings with lemon-garlic yogurt dip, cauliflower rice, quinoa salad, roasted broccoli, or cucumber mint slaw.
STATS:
- Cuisine: Asian
- Prep Duration: 25 minutes
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory
- Course: Main Dish, Light Dinner
- Cook Duration: 15 minutes
- Portion size: 6 dumplings
- Cooking mode: Stovetop
- Total servings: 4
- Level of Difficulty: Medium
- Overall Duration: 40 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Knife
- Bowls
- Frying pan
- Spatula
- Cutting board
- Grater
- Paper towels
INGREDIENTS:
ZUCCHINI WRAPPERS:
- 2 large zucchini
- 1/2 tsp salt
FILLING:
- 250 g ground chicken
- 2 pieces of garlic
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1/2 cup carrots
- 1/2 cup mushrooms
- 2 tbsp green onions
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Turmeric powder, half tsp.
- Hald a tsp. cumin powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
COOKING:
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp olive oil
OPTIONAL SAUCE:
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
ZUCCHINI:
- We use zucchini as a healthy, low-carb alternative to traditional dumpling wrappers. You can replace it with thin cucumber strips or blanched cabbage leaves.
GROUND CHICKEN/TURKEY:
- We utilize ground chicken to give protein and a perfect texture. As a substitute, you can use lentils, chickpeas, or tofu.
TURMERIC:
- We add turmeric to deliver anti-inflammatory qualities and a warm flavor. You can swap it with curry powder.
GINGER & GARLIC:
- We use both elements to provide aromatic flavor and anti-inflammatory qualities. As an alternative, you can use ginger paste or garlic powder.
MUSHROOMS:
- We incorporate mushrooms to add savory flavor and a meaty texture. You can replace them with bell peppers or spinach.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Make lengthwise thin strips of the zucchini by slicing it with a mandoline.
- Garnish them with salt and leave for almost ten minutes.
- Completely dry to strain out the additional moisture content.
- Warm the olive oil in a pan and slowly cook the ginger and garlic till they become fragrant.
- Include ground chicken and cook till gets browned.
- Whisk in salt, carrots, pepper, mushrooms, cumin, and turmeric.
- Cook till they are completely blended, for almost seven minutes.
- Put the zucchini strips on a flat surface and spread one tbsp. of filling on all the strips.
- Carefully roll them to make dumpling shapes.
- Toss these dumplings in a pan with preheated olive oil
- Include broth or water, wrap the pan and steam them till they are softer, for almost six minutes.
- Serve these dumplings hot with yogurt-lemon dipping sauce
TIPS:
- We utilize a non-stick pan for perfect steaming results.
- Perfectly eliminate the zucchini moisture to prevent soggy dumplings.
- Gently cool the filling and then wrap them for easy handling.
- To prevent the wrappers from breaking, do not stuff them too full.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
PROTEIN PAIRINGS:
- Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken
- Garlic Ginger Salmon
- Turmeric Baked Cod
- Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast
- Sesame Tofu Steaks
HEALTHY GRAIN SIDES:
- Quinoa Pilaf
- Brown Rice Pilaf
- Wild Rice Blend
- Lemon Herb Couscous
- Cauliflower Rice
FRESH SALADS:
- Cucumber Mint
- Mediterranean Chickpea
- Arugula Lemon
- Pickled Cucumber & Onion
- Avocado Tomato
ROASTED VEGETABLES:
- Roasted Broccoli Florets
- Garlic Green Beans
- Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower
- Honey Glazed Carrots
- Herb-Roasted Brussels Sprouts
DIPS & SAUCES:
- Lemon Garlic Yogurt
- Avocado Herb
- Tahini Lemon Dressing
- Ginger Sesame
- Tzatziki
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store these dumplings for just three days in a tightly closed dish.
FREEZER:
- Store these uncooked dumplings for longer than 30 days.
FAQs:
May we prepare these dumplings vegan?
- Yes, you can utilize chickpeas, tofu, or lentils as another option for meat.
Why does the zucchini get watery?
- You may not salt and strain it perfectly before utilizing it.
Will we prepare these dumplings by baking?
- Yes, you can bake these dumplings for almost eighteen minutes at 180°Celcius.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Fats: 14 g
Caloric Content: 290 kcal
Proteins: 24 g
Sodium: 320 mg
Net carbs: 10 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 4 g
Portion Size: 6 dumplings
Total carbs: 13 g
